Pre and power amp for Vandersteen 3A Signature?


Vandersteen 3 A Signature is one of the main contenders that I'm considering now for my rather large living room. For stereo as well as HT purposes. I know that Audio Research is the ideal amp for them but I would prefer solid state pre-power amp combo and of course preamp must have the HT bypass. My main concern with Vandies is PRAT and dynamics. Nobody doubts their incredible musicality but I want them to sound fast and tight when necessary (be it heavy metal or movies) and deliver the best bass they can as well as the most explosive dynamics they are capable of (I'll have almost 4 meters between my ears and the speakers). I know Krell is a good choice. What do you guys suggest?
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Stringreen, that IS very interesting. Another example of how one size does not fit all in this hobby. I've not tried many different cables but I am *very* happy with the Ayre's. AFAIK, the Ayre is essentially a Golden Reference but with a different jacket. I believe the material is less expensive than what Cardas uses on his own label. I almost pulled the trigger on the Anti-cables (I think I may have read your endorsement) but happened upon a screaming deal with the Ayre's.
I've just swapped out my Quicksilver V4 amps for my Bryston 3BST. WOW!! Very nice indeed. Much more defined edges and bass slam, not to mention clarity. Maybe not as deep of a sound stage, but very good. More of a forward presentation.
Wondering if switching out the JJKT88's for KT90 or Genelex KT88's would give me more clarity?
Ruffpennis...Just for your own enlightenment...get some anti-cables and just return them....they give you a money back guarantee.
How do you connect 2 subs to one amp? And does Vandersteen provide a manual how to blend the subs with 3A Signature?